Plastic monofilament (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plastic monofilament (other) worth $26.9 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $21.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $19.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic monofilament (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), Germany (28%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+276% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.2M | 34% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 29% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 12% |
| United States | $2.5M | 9.1% |
| India | $1.4M | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $433K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $290K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $290K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $289K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $241K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.64 per kg, close to the world average of $6.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic monofilament (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of plastic monofilament (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.9 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (38%), Brazil (29%), Egypt (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 38% |
| Brazil | $849K | 29% |
| Egypt | $321K | 11% |
| Tanzania | $168K | 5.7% |
| Israel | $135K | 4.6% |
| Mauritius | $52K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $47K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $28K | 1% |
| Kuwait | $20K | 0.7% |
| Maldives | $19K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic monofilament (other) imports (HS 3916.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3916.90: Plastics: monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic monofilament (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic monofilament (other) worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic monofilament (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Germany (28%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 276% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.64 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic monofilament (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic monofilament (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Brazil and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $24.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for plastic monofilament (other) is subheading 3916.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3916 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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